Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

meloso

Adjective

/meˈloʊ.soʊ/

Definition

A term used to describe something that is sweet or honeyed in flavor or nature, often referring to a person or style that is excessively sentimental or overly affectionate.

Examples

The meloso dessert was loved by all the children at the party.
She delivered a meloso speech that made everyone tear up.
His meloso demeanor made him very popular among his peers.

Meaning

The word ‘meloso’ is commonly used in Portuguese to describe things that are nice, sweet, or syrupy, often carrying a connotation of being overly sweet to the point of being cloying.